Migrar a Canadá: ¿por qué duele tanto empezar de nuevo?

Why does migrating to Canada hurt so much? In this in-depth interview from Canada As It Is, Alberto talks with Elizabeth García Hinestroza (Social Worker at The Center for Newcomers in Calgary) about migration grief and the emotional well-being of those arriving in this country. We often focus on permanent residency, work permits, or refugee status, but we forget the psychological impact of leaving behind our community, family, and routines. We discuss the myth of the perfect life, why we feel guilt when we're far away, and how to identify warning signs when sadness becomes excessive. If you are an immigrant in Canada or are in the process of arriving, this video is an essential guide to protecting what matters most: your peace of mind. Video Chapters 00:00 - Introduction: What is the emotional well-being of migrants? 00:41 - Culture Shock and the Loss of Community 02:20 - Migration Grief: Do we die when we leave our country? 04:30 - Reinventing yourself in Canada without losing your identity 07:10 - How to manage the stress and sadness of emigrating 10:10 - The danger of homesickness and news from home 15:10 - Do we have the right to complain while living in Canada? 17:40 - Job challenges and the vulnerability of the newcomer 23:10 - Decent housing and rights in the new country 26:30 - The importance of confiding in family 30:30 - Why is crying therapeutic and necessary? 33:00 - Children and childhood migration grief 38:50 - Tips for parents: Prioritizing emotional well-being over academics 46:50 - Professional identity crisis: Ceasing to do vs. Ceasing to be 56:10 - Warning signs: When to seek professional help? 01:03:15 - Free Resources: Center for Newcomers and Bench 01:11:40 - Final Message: You are not alone in this process Resources mentioned in the interview: ✅ Distress Center (24/7 Support): https://distresscentre.com/ ✅ Center for Newcomers Calgary: https://www.centrefornewcomers.ca/ ✅ Bench Program: https://www.immigrant-education.ca/ge... #CanadaAsItIs #EmigrateToCanada #MigrationGrief #MentalHealth #LivingInCanada #ImmigrantsInCanada #MigrationPsychology